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NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning

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What happened

Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Th…

Key facts

  • Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Th…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:00:53 UTC.

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